When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreBraunThere are three elements to getting the perfect shave — a sharp blade, steady precision, and cleanliness. If any of these features are missing from your shaving routine, you're bound to experience leftover stubble, cuts, irritated skin, or dreadful razor bumps.The older Braun Series 7 has long been my favorite shaver for avoiding those headaches, so when the new model came out, I decided to test the upgrades, which include a sleeker body and a removable trimmer head rather than a built-in one.